Herrin High School is dedicated to the fullest possible development in socially approved directions of each of its individual students. It is the purpose of the school to provide an environment designed to aid each student to mature intellectually, socially, physically, and emotionally to the limit of his/her abilities and interests in a democratic society.
Mission Statement
The mission of Herrin High School, acting in partnership with the supportive community, is to provide an educational environment where all students will:
Respect and have concern for one another
Recognize school is preparation for a career and/or further education
Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills
Communicate effectively
Be responsible, self-sufficient, competitive, productive citizens
Strive to be life-long learners
Utilize evolving technology skillfully
To promote optimal/optimum student development, and to support improvement of the local educational community, the Herrin High School administration, faculty, and staff will:
Develop comprehensive programs
Provide equal access for students
Recognize that education is a process, not a product
Model and support innovative instruction
Utilize evolving technology
Emphasize competitive, real-world connections